Helping dogs and their families thrive through compassionate, evidence-based behaviour support and training.
Compassionate & Ethical
Positive methods rooted in understanding, never fear or suppression.
Qualified & Experienced
Accredited and committed to ongoing learning, with extensive experience with a wide variety of dogs from different backgrounds.
Supportive & Trustworthy
Non-judgemental guidance to improve behaviour and strengthen your bond.
I’m Vivienne, an Accredited Canine Behaviourist and Trainer dedicated to helping dogs and their families across Norfolk.
I support dogs of all ages, breeds and backgrounds, from puppies needing the right start through to dogs experiencing more complex behavioural difficulties. My approach is grounded in evidence, empathy and a deep understanding of canine behaviour, with a focus on building trust, confidence and meaningful, lasting change - never through fear or force.
Featured & Media Work
Alongside working closely with clients, I’m occasionally invited to contribute to articles and media features on dog behaviour.
My work has been featured in Business Insider and Parade Pets, and I’ve also shared insights on BBC Radio Norfolk and ITV News, including a feature on pandemic puppies filmed during one of my puppy classes.
Accreditations You Can Trust
As a qualified professional committed to the highest ethical standards, I am proud to be:
Accredited Canine Behaviourist (ACB-KSA) with The Association of INTODogs
Accredited by the Pet Professional Accreditation Board (PCT-A)
Certified by the International Companion Animal Network (ICAN)
ACE Certified Trainer (Animal Centred Education)
Kids Around Dogs (KAD) Approved Professional, with additional specialist training in understanding dog-child relationships in neurodivergent families.
Member of the UK Dog Behaviour & Training Charter
I hold an Enhanced Level 5 Qualification in Canine Behaviour (Distinction) and continue to develop my expertise through regular workshops, conferences, and ongoing education. My professional accreditations and certifications include assessment of my knowledge, practical skills and professional competence, providing reassurance that my practice meets high standards of welfare, professionalism and transparency.
A Supportive, Holistic Approach
Seeking help with your dog’s behaviour can feel like a big step, and I understand how important it is to receive non-judgemental, empathetic guidance. Together, we’ll look beneath the surface of your dog’s behaviour to understand what may be contributing to it, creating a plan that supports meaningful, lasting change.
By focusing on your dog’s emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing, I’ll help you strengthen your bond and develop the understanding and skills you both need to thrive - building confidence and calm through kind, effective methods.
Over fourteen years of learning, listening and supporting dogs
Over the past 14 years, I’ve worked with dogs of all breeds, backgrounds and temperaments - from lively puppies and rescue dogs to assistance dog training and more complex behavioural cases. My professional qualifications and experience have given me a deep understanding of dogs and how we can best support them with empathy and evidence-based practice.
I have spent many years involved in rescue, both professionally and voluntarily. I’ve fostered over 20 dogs for a large charity and supported many who arrived with emotional or behavioural challenges. This has strengthened my appreciation for the importance of creating safety, trust and choice in every interaction.
I share my home with five wonderful dogs, including three rescues. My Border Collie, Rosie, came to us on foster after a difficult start in life and has faced both behavioural and physical challenges. She was later diagnosed with hypermobility of the lumbosacral region and underwent spinal surgery in 2025. Her progress and resilience continue to inspire me every day.
Rosie's story, alongside those of my Labradors Doug and Bill, has also been featured by Granta Veterinary Specialists on their Lower Back Pain Clinic webpage, highlighting how pain and behavioural changes can sometimes be closely connected.
Our Labrador Bill also came into rescue after a particularly difficult start in life. Supporting him has reinforced just how closely behaviour, physical wellbeing and a dog’s previous experiences can be connected, and how important it is to keep looking at the whole dog rather than behaviour in isolation.
Peggy joined us as a senior rescue after spending much of her life as a breeding dog. She has been a wonderful addition to our family and a lovely, steady presence for the younger dogs. Our resident Labradors, Doug and Archie, have also played an important role in welcoming our rescues and helping them settle into life in our home.
My Ongoing Commitment to Rescue Dogs
My years working with rescue dogs continue to shape the way I support dogs and their families today. I understand that bringing a rescue dog home can be just the beginning, and that challenges such as anxiety, reactivity, resource guarding or aggression may emerge as they begin to settle.
Today, my focus is on supporting adopters with professional, individualised behaviour support - helping them understand their dog and navigate the challenges that can arise as they adjust to life together.
Here to Help You and Your Dog Thrive
Whether you’re welcoming a new puppy, looking for help with training, or struggling with behaviour that feels overwhelming, I’ll help you understand what’s happening and give you personalised support to move forward - with practical guidance tailored to you, your dog and the challenges you’re facing.